S.C. R. P. Admin. Law. Ct. 28
As amended through November 6, 2024
The administrative law judge may hold a pre-hearing conference prior to the hearing. The purpose is to obtain stipulations of law and fact, rule on the admissibility of evidence and to identify matters which any party intends to have judicially noticed. The administrative law judge may consider pending motions, and any other matter that will expedite the hearing.
S.C. R. P. Admin. Law. Ct. 28
2009 Revised Notes
This rule provides another tool to help the administrative law judge manage the case. This conference is discretionary and may be held shortly before the hearing to permit the pre-hearing resolution of any matter that would expedite the hearing itself.